The average train between Paignton and Southampton takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Paignton and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Southampton at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Southampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Southampton station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Paignton to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Paignton station.
Paignton to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.
Book your Paignton to Southampton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and Southampton is 161.1 km. The road distance is 226 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Southampton Central via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury in around 4h 12m.